Green Technology by Imtech Marine nominated
for Maritime Innovation Award 2012

Rotterdam, 21 August 2012

The intelligent energy management system by Imtech Marine is one of the four nominees for the Dutch Maritime Innovation Award 2012. This system, developed by Imtech Marine, controls the allocation of hybrid energy sources and energy consumers by means of intelligent automation and continuously realises the optimal energy efficient, lowest emission and cost efficient sailing profile. This way the user will be able to completely focus on the sailing tasks, without worrying about the usage of the available energy sources and energy consumers.

The deployment of the energy management system will lead to fuel savings from 20% to a maximum of 25% using the hybrid solution. In addition the system will be capable to make maximum use of renewable energy sources en will ensure an optimal lifespan of the batteries and generators. Also, through the use of this system the diesel-generator sets will be able to run at an optimal speed, which will reduce the wear and tear, significantly decreasing required maintenance. Besides the mentioned cost reduction the system will also considerably reduce emissions. The system will be supplied to two Scottish ferry’s for CMAL (Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd) which will operate on the Clyde and Scottish Hebrides.

The HME Maritime Innovation Award is awarded yearly to the most innovating maritime supplier in the Netherlands and is presented during the Maritime Awards Gala on Thursday 8th November 2012.

Imtech Marine (headquarters in Rotterdam) is a leading company in the global maritime market, operating as a full-service provider and system integrator of tailor-made, innovative and sustainable technology solutions covering the whole ship. Imtech Marine specialises in automation (platform and bridge), navigation & communication including connectivity, energy and drive solutions, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) solutions and fire protection technology, entertainment, lighting and maritime services. Imtech Marine provides innovative systems and reliable services during the full lifetime of the ship. With an annual revenue of more than €500 million in 2011, Imtech Marine employs more than 2,600 staff in 89 services centres in 25 countries based along major shipping routes and close to shipbuilding centres.

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